Beast of Burden

Description

The Beast of Burden card, designated J25, is a rare entry within the 2005 Magic: The Gathering Salvat set. Printed in Spanish, this Artifact Creature — Golem offers a distinct mechanical identity for collectors and players seeking variety in the game's extensive history. The card features a mana cost of {6} and possesses a mana value of 6, reflecting its weight in the resource economy of the game. Its power and toughness are each equal to the number of creatures on the battlefield. This scaling mechanic makes the Beast of Burden a dynamic presence that grows stronger as the game progresses and more entities enter play. Designed by Chippy, the card integrates into the broader ecosystem of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards, providing a unique artifact creature option for those building decks that leverage creature synergies. This 2005 Salvat 2005 card features the Artifact Creature — Golem Beast of Burden in its Spanish-language release. It serves as a key component for those completing the J-series checklist or building collections focused on artifact creatures with variable power and toughness stats. The card’s design and mechanics remain relevant for collectors interested in the strategic evolution of Magic: The Gathering during the mid-2000s.